A Production Possibilities Curve Has a Downward Slope Because

question 180

Multiple Choice

A production possibilities curve has a downward slope because

• A)increased production of one good always reduces the additional profit of production.
• B)decreased production of one good is associated with lower profit from that good.
• C)economists have a negative view of life and human nature.
• D)increased production of one good always reduces production of the other.
• E)increased production of one good necessarily causes production of other goods to increase.

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Definitions:

Accounts Receivable

Financial dues customers hold with a company for the provision of goods or services, awaiting recompense.

Accounts Payable

Money owed by a company to its suppliers or creditors for goods and services received but not yet paid for.

Cash Flow To Stockholders

The net amount of cash and cash-equivalents being transferred into and out of a company, specifically relating to the dividends paid to stockholders and the cash received from issuing new shares.

Dividends Per Share

The total amount of declared dividends for every share of common stock issued, divided by the number of outstanding shares.